escapement

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun mechanical device that regulates movement

Etymology

From escape + -ment. The watch component is so called because it allows a tooth to escape from a pallet at each vibration.

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